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Who Can Adopt and How in New Jersey?

December 8, 2017 by Donald C. Cofsky

New Jersey Adoption Lawyer When you are interested in adopting a child in New Jersey, it’s important to be aware of the responsibilities and the rights afforded to you, as well as what to expect in an adoption home study. The stages of an adoption are many, and they can also be complex if you […]

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How Much Does It Cost to Adopt a Child?

May 30, 2017 by Donald C. Cofsky

If you are struggling to start or build your family, you may have considered adoption. One of your first questions, and an important one—how much will it cost to bring a new child into your home through an adoption? Here’s an overview: The Factors Affecting the Ultimate Cost of an Adoption The total cost of […]

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Avoiding Adoption Scams

April 5, 2017 by Donald C. Cofsky

For potential scammers, the emotions of the victim are often a powerful tool, convincing the mark to do things that border on the irrational. And there are fewer actions that are laden with more emotion than adoption proceedings. Unfortunately, the desire for a child has led many prospective adoptive parents to become victims of unscrupulous […]

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Helping Your Adopted Child Through the Holidays

January 5, 2017 by Donald C. Cofsky

If you’ve recently adopted a child, you may have a new perspective on the holidays. You may look at it as a time of joy, a time to celebrate your new family. But your adopted child may not be able to share fully in your holiday cheer. Here are some tips to help your adopted […]

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Things You Don’t Want to Say to an Adopted Child

September 28, 2016 by Donald C. Cofsky

Experts will tell you that communication with your adopted child is paramount. But there are some things that you should never say to an adopted child. Don’t Ever Tell Your Child That They “Look Different” from the Rest of the Family This can be unintentional. You tell your child that they don’t have certain family […]

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What Your Adopted Child Wants You to Know

September 13, 2016 by Donald C. Cofsky

When you are thinking about adopting, it’s a good idea to talk to other adoptive parents, to learn about their experiences, so that you can best prepare to have a successful relationship with your adopted child. But what if you could ask your adopted child for advice, to learn what they need from you? Here […]

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Single Parent Adoption

June 6, 2016 by Donald C. Cofsky

Times have changed dramatically for individuals seeking to adopt a child in the United States. Fifty years ago, if you had sought to adopt a minor child as a single parent, you would have had no success, and not necessarily because adoption agencies looked with disfavor on the idea. In some states, as recently as […]

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Maintaining Your Child’s Cultural Identity after Adoption

March 21, 2016 by Donald C. Cofsky

Whether your child is biological or adopted, it’s important that they have a strong sense of their family history and cultural identity. When your child comes from a foreign country, the customs and practices of their native land are a part of their cultural makeup. By embracing their native culture, you can help assure that […]

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Independent Adoption: An Overview

January 20, 2015 by Donald C. Cofsky

Adopting a Child without Using an Agency—The Benefits and Risks of Independent Adoption Though public perception often seems to indicate that most families seeking to adopt work with an adoption agency, statistics show that private or independent adoptions are far more common. Though five states require the use of an adoption agency, agency adoptions typically […]

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Counselors, Lawyers and Doctors in the Adoption Process

December 26, 2014 by Donald C. Cofsky

The Importance of Counseling in the Adoption Process An adoption is a monumental event in the lives of the child, the birthparents and the adoptive parents. It’s not a decision to be made lightly, and probably not a process to experience without some form of counseling. Counseling for Adoptive Parents Many adoptive parents, unfortunately, fail […]

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